Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.2°F (30.1°C), barely different from July's 86.9°F (30.5°C). Watterson Park, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C).Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Watterson Park, during August, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Watterson Park, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 36min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Average temperature in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 66.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average rainfall in August: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Watterson Park, KY
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and May (5mi).
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